Leitrim’s councillors criticised as popular Manorhamilton shop closes down
Bredin’s Newsagents in Manorhamilton is to shut down tomorrow, one of the last shops left on the Town’s Main Street. Proprietor Arthur Bredin says there are a number of reasons why, including the town’s parking…
President needs to step down next year says Senator set to challenge him in election
The first challenger to a possible second term for President Michael D Higgins is out of the blocks. Senator Gerard Craughwell says he’ll stand in an election against the President if he doesn’t step down…
Frustrating but necessary – Sligo businesses react to further roadwork disruption
After months of disruption to roads in Sligo Town caused by Irish Water upgrading works, it’s been announced that there will be a further three months of roadworks for sewer works in O’Connell Street. Local…
Donegal rape survivor speaks out – Being raped worse than being murdered
25 year old Dominique Meehan from Donegal was subjected to a brutal rape and attack two years ago – her attacker was jailed for 12 years. Dominique has now spoken out about she believes a…
August no holiday for politicians – McLoughlin
TD Tony McLoughlin says contrary to popular opinion, politicians do not go missing during the summer season, and are working away in their constituencies. He sees no prospect of an imminent General Election, and has…
Parents of pupils attending Coola school up in arms over loss of school transport
The row over restrictions under the new school transport scheme continues. Parents Majella and Karen now face a situation where their children have lost their places on the school bus for the coming year
No permanent career change says Marty as he prepares to speak at Knock Novena
Broadcaster and commentator, Marty Morrissey, is to address the annual Knock Novena today, having been described by church authorities as a man of faith with a positive outlook. He explains why’s he’s taken on the…